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One day at a time. (Master the day, Master your life)

Post author:Harry
Post published:March 27, 2023
Post category:Blog Personal Self-Help

BLOG ONE DAY AT A TIME (MASTER THE DAY, MASTER YOUR LIFE) PERSONAL 0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose “Patience is not simply the ability to wait—it’s how we behave while we’re waiting.” - Joyce Meyer - Tweet Hi all, I hope you are well and are having a good day, I am finally back blogging I have had quite a few years of developing my goals and have now accomplished some more life experiences to share. I am hoping to post more in recent months in contribution to my YouTube Channel. (Please find on the homepage on my website). I am now back in Business! Here to give YOU another one of my insights. Today’s topic is something I learnt from my many months of emotional healing and self-reflection. I am talking about the importance of mastering each day. We can get lost in our thoughts, our habits and consequently without meaning too, lose either hours in the day or lose the quality of the time in the day that we are in. Only to regret the fact that it is already Sunday evening and we have work tomorrow. The phrase "Master your day, Master your life" actually came to me in a dream or perhaps my subconscious saved in my mind somewhere as it resonated with me a lot. I used to spend a lot of time looking to the horizon, never present in the moment, always planning and looking forward to the future, but I realised I lost a key element to the creative process which is to be in the NOW. I am here to give you 5 strategies that helped me understand this philosphy of being present. One quick point first though, you don't have to necessarily agree with me on all points made, please read through and take whatever youfind valuable; I hope it inspires you to write and document your own thoughts, and I hope that you found it a positive and pleasant read. 1. Reflecting on your goals (plan your next few years) It is incredibly important to reflect on your goals, and not only that to act upon them. Isn't it just surprisingly how quickly time flies which is while it is pivotal to fulfilling your life objectives. Reflection is a great exercise that allows to you evaluate what you have done in your past, and what went well, and how you can improve for next time, refine your technique and be better and more professional. Journaling is a great way, to document your stories, reflecting your thoughts and harnessing your inner power that we all have within us. With a clear detailed plan, with the right action you would be able to write the plan in the fabric of the world. 2. Remember the Present Moment (enjoy today) The present moment is something that many of us don't take into consideration enough of; we are all subject to this. The past and future are as much as it can be…

The Importance of Fair-Trade: (and why it benefits the environment)

Post author:Harry
Post published:February 10, 2021
Post category:Blog

BLOG HOW TO NOT CARE WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK SOCIAL 0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose "Someone's Opinion of You - does not have to become your reality." - Les Brown - Tweet For many months, now I was caught into a sneaky way of thinking, which held a lot of knocks to my Self-Esteem and confidence, but now am stronger than ever. Back in Business! Here to give YOU another one of my insights. Today’s topic is something I learnt from my many months of emotional healing and self-reflection. A lot of this I’d discovered was that I was caring too much of the opinions of others. Now be careful now don’t take it literally, this phrase is often used when we are essentially fed up, but that is used in a mental framework of a victim. However, this phrase can also be used in as a way of releasing unnecessarily burdens that either you or others have placed on you. I am here to give you 5 strategies that helped me get over this wall. One quick point first though, remember that other people’s opinions can still have large benefits. Just remember that their opinions do not define who you are. 1. Focus on yourself and your Needs There is an annoying stigma in society, that if you are selfless you are great and if you are selfish you are a horrible person. This form of assumption, that allows unkind people to take advantage of you – due to your social complexes on ‘what is right’. How to solve this would be to solely focus on yourself. I know right so selfish! But you need to fill your own cup first as it were, before you start helping others. I am not saying to go out your way to be unkind to someone (even if they deserve it) but merely to prioritise yourself other everything else, and yes even your family. The more you invest in yourself today – the more you will be able to help them in the future. In fact, helping yourself first will likely mean you will be in a much better position to help others more so then even if you were too selfless of your own needs and desires. This topic is such a big one that I have wrote a separate blog post here – How to fulfil your needs. 2. Establish Strong Independent Boundaries Establish concrete boundaries in different areas of your life. Whether that be in the realms of love, relationships, friendships, money, emotions, psychology and so on. This mind does not necessarily come from a lack of confidence or self-esteem. I believe that a lack of secure boundaries in these sections of oneself can be one of many reasons that a lack of confidence/ self-esteem continues to manifest in your life. How does this relate to how to not care what other people think? Well, people with what are considered to be weaker boundaries…

The Phantom Frame: how it changes the picture of reality.

Post author:Harry
Post published:October 25, 2020
Post category:Blog Self-Help

Media Mindfulness: The Blessing and Curse of Social Media

Post author:Harry
Post published:June 4, 2020
Post category:Social

BLOG MEDIA MINDFULNESS: THE BLESSING AND CURSE OF SOCIAL MEDIA SOCIAL 0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose "We don't have a choice on wether we DO social media, the question is how well we DO it." - Erik Qualman - Tweet Hey all I hope you are well. :) Today, I am going to be talking about Social Media, and the blessing and the curse of it. Unfortunately, in society, there are many cons to have social media, it can be a great tool to use for good, but only if we our truly mindful of what we not only post on social media, but also by what we consume. Imagine, for a moment, how big this world is, every happy thing, every sad thing, it i stoo much for one person to bare, social media is a platform where everything and everyone from every persepctive can post, which is both a great thing for free speech, but also a bad thing for clarity and a sense of control. What we consume, gradually creates our own world view, and it is through that, that we see everything. 1. THE CURSE Like I said, let us start with the curse of social media. Again, I am not advocating against free speech, but there needs be a lot more conscious control of how people use this tool. People need to be more careful and more aware on the impact of what they post will have on their readers. When you share something, and someone reads it, they take something from that, you as a user of these platforms have a responsibility to make the online world, a more stable, fun and most importantly positive place. I am absolutely shocked and disgusted sometimes on what people post on social media, some things should be reserved only for certain eyes, and not displayed like a smelly sock on a washing line. Forgive me if that sounded a bit rant like, but it is common sense, you want to only share cool things, positive things online, as that will reap rewards and attract similar things on your personal feed, making your experience online a lot more fulfilling as if you are contributing to people's wellbeing and uplifitng, rather than dragging people down. Even if you what you share is supposedly negative, there are mature ways of talking about it, and re-framing it in a positive way. If it is negative for negative sake, just don't share it on an online platform. Period. Many people, have enough problems to be getting on with, by all means communicate, but there is a difference to adding to the conversation, and dumping all your shit online. Dumping all your shit, affects everyone's experience online, everyone who reads it, if you need assistance or help, by all means talk to someone, but don't just dump and project online, as it will only make more people have negative moods and thus negative problems. This is…

University Dissertations and How to Write Them

Post author:Harry
Post published:May 21, 2020
Post category:Academic Blog

BLOG UNIVERSITY DISSERTATIONS AND HOW TO WRITE THEM ACADEMIC 0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose " I write, because I don't know what I think, until I read what I say." - Flannery O'Connor - Tweet Hello all, I hope you are well today this is my sequel to the blog post 'University Dissertations and How To Plan Them' which you can check in the link below. Today however, I am going to talk about the writing process, and how to essentially write well. :) Again these our general points, for some dissertations their could be slightly differences in requirements, depending on your chosen degree subject. I am hoping these points will be very helpful and insightful all the same, here are a few points. :) Remember that Good Writing takes as much planning as it does writing. :) PREVIOUS BLOG POST ON DISSERTATIONS: 'University Dissertations and How to Plan Them' 1. Structure Before Starting Make sure that you know how your Dissertation, is going to be structured. Look at examples Dissertations from your University, and better yet your subject, e.g. History. You will be able to see how they structure their Dissertation and this will give you a basis sturcutre to begin the writing process. Structure also comes done to knowing the word count, and how to layout your essay. E.g. you could structured your essay knowing that your introduction is 2000 words, main body is 6000 and conclusion is 1000 words. This will give you a rough idea on how many paragraphs and points you will need to make to answer your questions. 2. Make a list of your quotes with References before drafting This is an important bit of advice, that helped me compile my references and sources, you can even do this with any appendix or list of tables that you may have. With this list of quotes (wether directly quoted or paraphrased). You can decide which section each quote can go in, e.g. you can space out your quotations if you have 50 quotes (you could try and space out so that there is 10 quotes in each of your 5 sections); of course this could change slightly depending on the sections but it would be a great way of establishing some word count before even starting to write. This helps me write a first draft as you feel as though you already have some word count, and not a blank page. A metaphor I would use is 'dot to dot' these quotes help you join your arguments together, and thus it is easier to focus on your first draft. 3. Look up other Blog Posts and Advice on Creating a Dissertation There a loads of YouTubers and other blog posts as well as resources given to you by your Disseration Tutor and the Academic Team at your Univesity, to give you many tips and varations on writing style, if you watch enough of these videos or read enough blogs, you will…

VE Day (75th Anniversary) and My 21st Birthday.

Post author:Harry
Post published:May 8, 2020
Post category:Personal Social

BLOG VE DAY (75TH ANNIVERSARY) AND MY 21ST BIRTHDAY PERSONAL/SOCIAL0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose "Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few." - Winston Churchill - Tweet REMEMBER... May 8th. I am so proud to have this day as my Birthday. Not only this year it is my 21st Birthday, a special one indeed, especially in these unique and special times, but this year in 2020, I also share the 75th Anniversary of VE Day. I have always been proud of being born on this day, when 75 years ago, the allies in Europe won against Nazi Germany, and thus the end of World War II. We at the moment have our own personal battles to face, the Lockdown for one, I know has been challenging for all of us, some more than others. But know this that 75 years ago, Peace was brought back to our home country, becuase of brave men and women fighting for that freedom, that we take very much for granted today. It was this determination and resilence against frightening odds, on our remote island, that allowed us certain victory. Today, in our generation, we still have this peace against War, and yet the fight for the safety of the United Kingdom and the world is a continual battle. There will be wars still left to come, but today is a day of rememberance of the fallen soldiers who gave their lives for our continual prosperity, love, and justice. Remember those, and give thanks for the bright future that has been promised and fought for by our soldiers, our teachers, our key workers, and of course our NHS Staff. :)Let us not live in the claws of fear and defeat, but let us aim and strive for what is eternally promised us, love and victory. To Victory. I was born on a day when War came to an end. I was born to bring Peace and Positivity to the World. That is my Story. :)Take care, and Best Wishes, until next time!Have a brilliant day! :)Harry Croose, SHARE THIS Share on facebook Facebook Share on google Google+ Share on twitter Twitter Share on linkedin LinkedIn Share on pinterest Pinterest Subscribe to My Newsletter Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Twitter Facebook Youtube Snapchat Instagram Linkedin Harry Croose 2018-2019 All Rights reserved. Get Started Tutorials Resources Guides Examples Docs About About Me Blog Privacy Policy Terms of Service Downloads Free E-Book Blog Resources Courses

‘The Sun Has Risen’: A Short Story

Post author:Harry
Post published:April 28, 2020
Post category:Blog Stories

BLOG 'THE SUN HAS RISEN' A SHORT STORY STORIES 0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose 'THE SUN HAS RISEN' 'Darkness clouds the truth.’ That is what her father had said, well the last thing he had said, and yet as Sarah gazed up to the sky, clouds still remained supreme. Sarah could not deny that the clouds were majestic and in a way beautiful, but her taste for the sunlight had only grown after every passing night after night after night. Young Sarah was only 15 years old, in the tucked-away village of Dawnbrook, of the Southern Isles, named after the setting sun, yet she still believed that one day light would return, her father, he had promised her. Sarah’s blonde hair, reflected off the water, bogged in the streets, it was so shiny that even passing peasants gazed longingly at the long shadow she left behind, her Uncle even said that ‘she could light up a room – literally.’ She was, so they say, the last of her Noble House, the House Sigil of the Sun woven on her robes. The only good thing about the darkness was that if the peasants knew who she was, they would extinguish the last of their honour for just a mouldy bit of bread. Because, of the darkness, there was anarchy in the province. All of the food shelters have been raided, and a large famine swept over the land. She couldn’t help the peasants even if she wanted to, because the moment they found out who she was… she would be blamed for the disaster; she only trusted her Councillors that were put in place guarding what was left of the Order. Lifting her Oil Lantern, to the Castle Gates, the guards let her in reluctantly, but told her that ‘if her Ladyship tried to help the poor again, she will become a Peasant.’ Sarah did not know why she tolerated their behaviour, but then she remembered the world is not safe anymore. ‘Good evening, my Lady. The City Guards, kept a close eye on you at any rate.’ Lord Arthur Blaze was a gentle kindly man, tall nearly 6ft 5, one of the few men she remotely trusted. ‘Forgive me for the interference, Lady Sarah, but my father entrusted that I keep you safe, ideally on this side of the Castle Gate.’ Lady Sarah gained her breath back, from the long walk to the nearby village, and put on the ‘Lady’ Voice. ‘I appreciate you looking out for me Lord Blaze, I was just making a personal assessment of the damages caused by the famine.’ She sighed deeply, ‘the darkness has taken more then what my fellow councillors has informed me. I may be a child, but while I am the standing Lady of the House Sunstall, I do not expect my councillors to lie to me – in future.’ She thought to herself darkly, ‘if there is a future’. ---------- With her robes, bellowing outside in…

The Art of War: How to Win Every Battle

Post author:Harry
Post published:April 18, 2020
Post category:Blog Career Financial Health Self-Help

BLOG THE ART OF WAR: HOW TO WIN EVERY BATTLE SELF-HELP 0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose "In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity." - Sun Tzu - Tweet Hello. I hope you are well, on this fine day. :) Today, I want to talk about 'The Art of War' and how to win each of your battles. First, we must define what 'battles' are, this could be obstacles in the ways of your goals, this could be psychological, social, financial or personal, there are many topics and definitions on what battles are, and each battle is different to everyone. This is a few helpful tips, and guides to help you deal with your battles, and not only to win but to thrive. :) 1. Choose your battles wisely. Remember to choose your battles wisely, if you have the option to avoid obstacles in your goals, it may be wiser to do so. :) There are always other ways of winning that doesn't involve you losing as much resources. (Time, energy and physical resources such as money). For example, you could learn for free on youtube, rather than spending thousands on online courses that may or may not be as valuable to your goals, and objectives. 2. Know the 'battlefield' Once you know if it is a battle worth fighting, you need to fully understand the layout of the battlefield. This metaphor of a battlefield is helpful for you to understand, as each passing day, each passing moment the environment may change. The weather, the conditions, food, and supplies for your troops, hidden areas and opportunities to suprise your enemy when they are least expecting it. The battlefield, is always changing, adapting and evolving. If you know the battlefield and your own strength than you win. 3. Plan the worst-case scenario If you plan the worse case senario, to losing this battle, and the steps to move forward even ater defeat, you will gain a hidden victory. If you plan ahead on what the battles ahead might be you may get additional insight into your own strengths, and from your apparent 'defeat' places in yourself that you need to work on. Yet do not be disheartened if you suffer defeat after defeat, if you remain patient, and cultivate your skills and change your perception on those defeats, you will be ultimatley victorious. While you must plan the worst-case senario be motivated by the best-case senario, and let that positive vision motivate you and inspire you and your metaphorical troops to war. 4. The Internal War (feed the positive not the negative) An important fact in psychology is self-awarenss and the acknowledgement of hard truths, and in most cases the abandonment of beliefs that do not serve you, and your ideal goals. Remember, that your words and actions are the very essence of your being. Swim in positivity, but remember to always follow the current of the river, it is not easy to fight against…

The Vital Importance of Making Your Own Mistakes

Post author:Harry
Post published:April 16, 2020
Post category:Blog

BLOG THE VITAL IMPORTANCE OF MAKING YOUR OWN MISTAKES ALL 0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose "No matter how many mistakes you make or how slow your progress, you are still way ahead of someone who isn't trying." - Tony Robbins - Tweet Hey, all I hope you are well. :) Today I want to talk aobut a topic that is close to my heart, that has lead me towards a calmer life, the realisation that it is okay to make mistakes. The one negation in modern society is the coninuous strive for instant perfection, over the journey itself. In other words, a presupposition that they must be perfect instantly, and that they cannot make a mistake, perhaps this is becuase they don;'t like failing or making a mistake, but this mindsetiat best will make it more difficult for you to achieve lasting results. Remember just becuase you win the battle doesn't mean you win the war. This is the main difference between intelligence and wisdom. :) Here is a few key reasons why making mistakes is more valuable than constant winning. :) 1. Mistakes are how you learn. Mistakes, are ultimately the only way to gradually learn. It takes plenty of time to learn how to ride a bike, drive a car, to craft an amazing essay and to write a world famous book. The greatest weakness of our generation is a lack of patience to our goals, followed by instant discouragement. This discouragement only fulls the deluded beliefs that you can't do it. This becomes a reality once you believe it. But know this, remember the anlaogy that with every mistake, you are given another opportunity to re-stragetize. Once you understnad why you have made that 'mistake', you can try again and again and again until you beat it. Depending on what this is it make take more time then you would like, but know this if you believe that you can that is over half the battle. 2. The Distraction Trap - listening to others and not yourself This distraction trap is one that we as a part of human race, we are prone to listening to others. Some may even give you wise advice. But remember this most people give you advice based out of their circumstances and experiences. Think about the metaphor of a massive map, we all have different destinations and goals, and different tracks that we have taken. Head advice when neccessary but remember to follow your own internal compass, that is the most important compass of your life; if you don't review what is said to your own compass then you are the one who is truly lost. But again that is okay, as a kid wonders in the forest, sometimes it takes being lost for a while, before finding the truth for you. 3. The Trap of Arrogance and Ignorance The Trap of Arrogance and Ignorance is a mistake of those who does not truly know. In other words, is…

50 Things to do while in Lockdown

Post author:Harry
Post published:April 9, 2020
Post category:Academic Blog Career Financial Health Personal Reviews Self-Help Social

BLOG 50 THINGS TO DO WHILE IN LOCKDOWN ALL 0 COMMENTS Written by Harry Croose "Lockup all your love and go and throw away the key." - Carrie Underwood - Tweet Hello, all hope you are well. Especially in these times, if you are reading in 2020, with the Coronavirus lockdown. :) I have had a few requests to write a blog post on things to do while in lockdown; luckily for you my fantastical followers, here it is. :) Here is the long list, with an occasional elaboration, as to why I think they are possibly a great idea for you! :)I will say this however if you have to do something, limit your time watching the news and social media. Awareness is important, but an overstimulation of negative headlines can do more damage them people realise to their psychology. Also make sure that you have a routine, and that you have a variety of things to do, that you most of all enjoy, but also tasks that give you the satisfaction of working towards your goals and dreams. :) - THE LONG LIST OF IDEAS OF THINGS TO DO - PLAN YOUR DAY - Have a To-Do List or a Goals Journal so you have particular objectives to complete so you are not just wasting your time, apologises for the bluntness there, but you no deep down what I say has an element of truth to it, espcially if you don't have clear goals. I would recommend Google Calendar, to help with time blocking your days. DEDICATE A WORK PERIOD (per day) - Spend a few hours every day doing tasks wether that be for your Work, School or University. Just make some progress it doesn't matter how much. If you again plan far ahead, a few hours a day should be sufficent for you to get many of your tasks completed. READ BOOKS - There are so MANY books, out there to read. :) Take advantage of Amazon (depsite the new delays), books are a testament to education and mental stimulation, that will certainly keep you entertained.Wether it be fiction or non-fiction, experimenting with different genres and authors is a fantastic idea. LISTEN TO AUDIOBOOKS - Listening to Audiobooks, (especially from Audible), again it is amazing, and books can be obtained instantly, and can be listened to via the app. I would personally recommend The Game of Thrones Series and Harry Potter Collection for those who like fantasy. You would find thousands of books, from different genres all at very affordable prices at the moment during lockdown. WATCHING YOUTUBE - You must have a YouTube account surely, listening/watching some of your favourite YouTubers for surely give you a laugh, education or whatever you are in to! PLAYING VIDEO GAMES - Wether that be on your Xbox One, Xbox 360, WiiU, and Nintendo 3DS etc. There must be plenty of games you haven't played or haven;t visited in a long time, perhaps you should…

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